Understanding Medicare and Your Options

Getting answers to your questions about Medicare and the coverage options available to you as you approach Medicare eligibility can be a time-consuming process. That’s why UPMC for Life has developed this informational booklet about Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans. You can also call us toll-free at 1-866-400-5097 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.,* seven days a week. TTY/TDD users should call 1-800-361-2629.

Understanding Medicare and Your Options provides an overview of the four parts of Medicare along with a detailed description of your health care coverage options. We’ve also included resources that provide more information on specific topics.

Download this helpful booklet now with no cost and no obligation.

Understanding Medicare and Your Options

Frequently Asked Questions

For more information and resources helpful to those who are turning 65 or new to Medicare, please click here.

For more information about UPMC for Life and the plans we offer, please use the links below. To learn how to contact a UPMC for Life sales representative, please use the “Ways to Learn More” link.

Health Care Plan Options Learn about UPMC for Life plan options Find benefit-related documents Search for a participating provider Search for a covered prescription drug

Ways to Learn More Join us for a seminar Schedule a one-on-one meeting with an authorized UPMC for Life representative Speak with a sales representative over the phone

NEW! UPMC Resources for Life Program Learn about the new enhanced services we're offering through our Health Care Concierge program

Additional Benefits and Services Learn about the extra benefits and services available to UPMC for Life members

Contact Us Find important phone numbers and the address of UPMC Health Plan

You may have received some information in the mail from us regarding your Medicare Advantage plan options through UPMC for Life. Please click here to receive your no-cost Medicare booklet written by the Social Security Administration. 

*From March 2 through November 14, you may receive a messaging service on weekends and holidays. Please leave a message and your call will be returned the next business day.